TAYLOR WHITE

Two of Rochester’s most interesting dance troupes will be collaborating to present four concerts of whimsical and gestural movement. BIODANCE and Present Tense Dance will each be premiering a new work, as well as sharing repertory work, in “Hot Off the Press.” BIODANCE will premiere “Solo Countersolo,” as well as reprise “On the Illusion of […]

For most of us, winter is time to hibernate and avoid the cold at all costs. But 300 years ago, the Seneca people spent this time preparing for spring and occupying themselves with various entertainments to pass the time. In honor of that, Ganondagan State Historic Site presents its Native American Winter Games and Sports, […]

With Winter Break quickly approaching, children are becoming more excited while parents are becoming more apprehensive. Five days of no school is either a cause for celebration or a mess of headaches. Luckily, there are numerous events going on in the area to keep the kids entertained — and you sane. Witness a female sword […]

In its fourth year of success, the inspireDANCE Festival at University of Rochester fills six days with more than 20 workshops and performances of various dance styles. The festival, which runs Thursday, February 13-Tuesday, February 18, features New York City choreographer and dancer Heidi Latsky, as well as various choreographers from the area. Classes will […]

Between 1905 and 1932, George Eastman filled his house and conservatory with thousands of bulbs ordered from Holland. Today, that tradition lives on. Filled with the sweet smells of tulips, daffodils, hyacinths, amaryllis, and freesias, the Eastman House (located at 900 East Ave) will celebrate its 20th year of “Dutch Connection,” a two-week display re-creating […]

When a disco diva witnesses her mobster boyfriend killing a man, she is put into hiding in the last place anyone would think to look for her: a convent. The five-time Tony-nominated musical, “Sister Act,” brings a unique mix of Motown, soul, funk, and disco to the stage. Based on the hit 1992 Whoopi Goldberg […]

With offensive language, politically incorrect jokes, and a range of topics not suitable for children, The Disgruntled Clown is not your average circus act. His comedy touches on topics ranging from employment opportunities to what you really want to say to that guy driving next to you. He has worked with such well-known comedians as […]

Imagine “climbing” up a five-story beanstalk to find a giant, just like in the fairy tales. This year marks the return of Balloon Manor, and Larry Moss and Kelly Cheatle of Airigami (a business that specializes in “the fine art of folding air”) are making those tales a reality…almost. Airigami brings to Rochester “The VERY […]

Filled with murder, suspense, and comedy, “Murder: A Love Story” is a “who-done-it” that allows the crowd to participate in a film-noir-inspired tale. The show tells the “Casablanca”-like story of a group of people hiding from World War II. None of the characters know who is a friend, or who is an enemy. The Mystery […]